If you work in marketing, PR, communications, digital strategy, entrepreneurship, or leadership, this month offers something rare: access. Access to decision-makers. Access to collaborators. Access to clarity about what matters going into 2026.
This WiredPRWorks guide brings together the most relevant business, marketing, networking, and professional development events happening in Charlotte throughout December 2025. Locations, pricing, registration links, and context are all included so you can quickly decide which rooms are worth your time.
Why December Networking Matters More Than Most People Realize
This is the month where the competition thins and the conversations deepen.
From years of consulting, attending, speaking, and teaching, I’ve seen one recurring pattern:
The professionals who stay visible in December show up in January with momentum.
Here’s what shifts:
1. Senior leaders show up in person
End-of-year celebrations bring out the people who normally stay tucked away behind calendars and gatekeepers. These are the conversations that create openings.
2. Human connection gets easier
The tone changes. People are less guarded and more open to new ideas, introductions, and unexpected synergy.
3. Budgets and priorities are being finalized
If you want to be part of next year’s strategy, you need to be on the radar now, not after the holidays.
4. Follow-up feels natural
A simple “Let’s meet in January” carries more weight when it starts with an in-person December introduction.
5. Fewer people show up, and that works in your favor
Rooms are less crowded. Conversations last longer. You stand out without competing for attention.
If you want more visibility, more clarity, and more opportunity in 2026, start here.
A fully updated list with locations, pricing, registration links, and quick context.
Monday, December 1
Small Business Summit 25 (CVMSDC)
12:30 to 5:00 PM
Location: TIAA, 8500 Andrew Carnegie Blvd
Pricing: 99 to 299
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/small-business-summit-25
Year-End Networking Night (Charlotte Business Owners)
6:00 to 8:00 PM
Location: The Auto Pour, 5033 South Blvd
Pricing: Free
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/charlotte-business-owners-year-end-networking
Wednesday, December 3
Start Your Day with AMA Charlotte
8:30 to 9:30 AM
Location: Indigo Tea and Coffee Co, 644 N Church St
Pricing: Free for members, 10 for guests
Register: https://amacharlotte.org/events
IABC NC Holiday Gathering
5:00 to 6:30 PM
Location: Hyatt Centric SouthPark, 3100 Apex Dr
Pricing: Free
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/iabc-holiday-gathering
Holiday Social Mixer for Small Business Owners (Queen City Women in Business)
5:30 to 8:00 PM
Location: Hyatt Centric SouthPark, 3100 Apex Dr
Pricing: Free for members, 15 to 25 for guests
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/holiday-social-mixer
Home Improvement Summit (HIC)
Dec 3 to 4
Location: Charlotte Convention Center
Pricing: Varies
Details: https://10times.com/hic-summit-usa
Thursday, December 4
Fast 50 Awards (Charlotte Business Journal)
5:30 to 8:30 PM
Location: The Westin Charlotte
Pricing: 75 to 150
Register: https://www.bizjournals.com/charlotte/event/169522
Charlotte Business Group Holiday Party
5:30 to 8:00 PM
Location: Magnolia Laine Bridal
Pricing: Free for members, 10 for guests
Register: https://cbgnetworks.com/events
Friday, December 5
CreativeMornings Charlotte with Harvey Cummings II
8:00 to 10:00 AM
Location: The Pearl, 235 Innovate Lane
Pricing: Free
Register: https://creativemornings.com/cities/clt
Coffee and Connections (Charlotte Business Group)
8:00 to 9:30 AM
Location: Bitty and Beau’s Coffee, 1930 Camden Rd
Pricing: Free
Register: https://cbgnetworks.com/events
Saturday, December 6
Starting Your Own Business Workshop
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: 2647 Freedom Drive
Pricing: 19.99
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/starting-your-own-business
Monday, December 8
PRSA Charlotte Holiday Networking
4:30 to 6:00 PM
Location: Birdsong Brewing, 1016 N Davidson St
Pricing: 15 for members, 30 for guests
Register: https://prsacharlotte.org/event
KARRASS Effective Negotiating Seminar
Dec 8 to 9
Location: Charlotte (venue TBD)
Pricing: 1311 to 1489
Details: https://www.karrass.com/seminars
Tuesday, December 9
Power of Women Holiday Tea (CLT Alliance)
10:00 to 11:30 AM
Location: The Morehead Inn
Pricing: TBD
Updates: https://www.charlotteregion.com
BLOC South Lunch Meeting
11:45 AM to 1:00 PM
Location: Zinicola Italian, Ballantyne Village
Pricing: 25 to 35
Register: https://businessleadersofcharlotte.com/events
AI Impact Roundtable (AMA Charlotte)
3:30 to 4:30 PM
Location: COMPASS, 4525 Sharon Rd
Pricing: 12 for members, 17 for guests
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ai-impact-roundtable
Wednesday, December 10
PitchBreakfast
8:15 to 10:15 AM
Location: Creative Lab Coffee, 2400 Greenland Ave
Pricing: Free
Register: https://events.humanitix.com
FLOC Lunch Meeting
11:45 AM to 1:00 PM
Location: Stir Charlotte, 1422 S Tryon St
Pricing: 25 to 35
Register: https://businessleadersofcharlotte.com/events
Bell Glen Ribbon Cutting
1:00 to 2:30 PM
Location: DRB Homes Bell Glen, 7704 Ethora Way
Pricing: Free
Register: https://directory.charlotteareachamber.com
Thursday, December 11
BLOC Uptown Luncheon
11:45 AM to 1:00 PM
Location: Stir Charlotte
Pricing: 25 to 35
Register: https://businessleadersofcharlotte.com/events
Set Yourself Up for Success in 2026
6:00 to 8:30 PM
Location: Southern Pecan, Phillips Place
Pricing: Starting at 61.60
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/set-yourself-up-for-success-in-2026
Friday, December 12
BLOC North Lunch Meeting
11:45 AM to 1:00 PM
Location: Red Rocks Cafe, Birkdale Village
Pricing: 25 to 35
Register: https://businessleadersofcharlotte.com/events
Saturday, December 13
NSA Carolinas Second Saturday
10:30 to 11:30 AM
Location: Amelie’s French Bakery, Park Rd
Pricing: Free
Register: https://nsacarolinas.org
Tuesday, December 16
Holiday Coffee and Treats (Charlotte Area Chamber)
8:30 to 9:30 AM
Location: FSI Office, 6410 Orr Rd
Pricing: Free
Register: https://directory.charlotteareachamber.com
PMP Certification (iCertGlobal)
Dec 16 to 19
Location: 307 W Tremont Ave
Pricing: Starting at 1495
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pmp-certification-charlotte
Holiday Social Mixer (Charlotte Digital Marketing Community)
6:00 to 8:00 PM
Location: Culinary Dropout, 1221 Van Every St
Pricing: Free
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/holiday-social-mixer-tickets-1909117013379
Wednesday, December 17
December Networking for Entrepreneurs
6:30 to 8:30 PM
Location: Heist Brewery and Barrel Arts, 2909 N Davidson St
Pricing: 15 to 25
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/charlotte-entrepreneurs
Thursday, December 18
Sparkle, Shine and Disrupt: Women in Business
4:30 to 6:30 PM
Location: Hyatt Centric SouthPark
Pricing: Free for members, 25 for guests
Register: https://directory.charlotteareachamber.com
Sunset Social (AMA Charlotte)
5:00 to 7:00 PM
Location: Town Brewing
Pricing: Free to 20
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ama-charlotte-sunset-social
Marketing, Communications, and Digital Strategy Organizations
AMA Charlotte (American Marketing Association Charlotte Chapter)
Professional marketing organization offering monthly programs, workshops, and networking.
https://amacharlotte.org
PRSA Charlotte (Public Relations Society of America, Charlotte Chapter)
The region’s leading community for PR, communications, and strategic messaging professionals.
https://prsacharlotte.org
IABC Charlotte (International Association of Business Communicators)
Global communication leadership network with a long-standing Charlotte chapter.
https://iabcnc.com
CreativeMornings Charlotte
Charlotte Is Creative’s signature monthly creative gathering celebrating design, ideas, and community.
https://creativemornings.com/cities/clt
Charlotte Digital Marketing Community
A collaborative digital marketing network hosting meetups, workshops, and mixers for marketers and creators.
https://www.eventbrite.com/o/charlotte-digital-marketing-community-46741450673
Business Networking and Leadership Communities
Charlotte Business Group (CBG)
Networking community for professionals, executives, and entrepreneurs across industries.
https://cbgnetworks.com
Business Leaders of Charlotte (BLOC)
Relationship-driven networking organization offering monthly lunches, socials, and professional development.
https://businessleadersofcharlotte.com
Charlotte Area Chamber of Commerce
Local chamber supporting small businesses, startups, and growing companies through events and advocacy.
https://charlotteareachamber.com
Charlotte Business Owners Network
Grassroots community connecting small business owners through casual, accessible networking events.
https://www.eventbrite.com/o/charlotte-business-owners-network-46077572943
Queen City Women in Business
Women-focused networking community supporting entrepreneurs, founders, and small business owners.
https://www.eventbrite.com/o/queen-city-women-in-business-43170655033
Regional Economic and Supplier Development Organizations
CLT Alliance (Charlotte Regional Business Alliance)
Regional business, economic development, and leadership organization representing the greater Charlotte region.
https://charlotteregion.com
CVMSDC (Carolinas-Virginia Minority Supplier Development Council)
Supplier diversity and minority-business development organization serving NC, SC, and VA.
https://cvmsdc.org
Entrepreneurship, Startups, and Professional Innovation
PitchBreakfast
Charlotte’s signature early-stage pitch and startup storytelling platform.
https://pitchbreakfast.com
NSA Carolinas (National Speakers Association Carolinas Chapter)
Association supporting professional speakers, trainers, coaches, and presenters.
https://nsacarolinas.org
KARRASS Negotiation Seminars
National negotiation training designed for leadership, sales, and corporate professionals.
https://www.karrass.com/seminars
Media and Business Intelligence
Charlotte Business Journal
Regional business news leader covering growth, leadership, and corporate trends.
https://www.bizjournals.com/charlotte
Event Venues Mentioned by Charlotte Organizations
Stir Charlotte
https://stircharlotte.com
Birdsong Brewing Co.
https://birdsongbrewing.com
Heist Brewery and Barrel Arts
https://www.heistbrewery.com/barrel-arts
Culinary Dropout Charlotte
https://www.culinarydropout.com/location/charlotte
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best business networking events in Charlotte in December 2025?
This guide highlights top Charlotte events for marketers, PR professionals, entrepreneurs, and business leaders, including AMA Charlotte, PRSA Charlotte, Charlotte Business Group, BLOC, CLT Alliance, and more.
Are there free networking events in Charlotte this month?
Yes. Several events, including CreativeMornings, Chamber ribbon cuttings, AMA gatherings, and the Charlotte Digital Marketing Community Holiday Mixer, are free to attend.
Which Charlotte organizations host the most consistent business events?
AMA Charlotte, PRSA Charlotte, Charlotte Business Group, Business Leaders of Charlotte, Charlotte Area Chamber, CreativeMornings, and PitchBreakfast offer recurring monthly programming.
Where can I find marketing and PR events in Charlotte?
This post includes updated events with locations, pricing, and registration links, covering marketing, PR, small business development, entrepreneurship, and tech-forward conversations.
December is where visibility, credibility, and connection intersect. The rooms you choose this month influence the introductions, collaborations, and opportunities that will shape your 2026.
If you want deeper relationships, stronger positioning, and a more intentional business year ahead, now is the time to get into the conversation.
Which December events are you planning to attend?
Add your picks in the comments so others can join you.
About the Author
Barbara Rozgonyi is a visibility strategist, keynote speaker, and founder of CoryWest Media. Recognized as one of the Top 100 Speakers to Watch in 2025, Barbara guides leaders, marketers, and organizations in using AI-powered communications, digital PR, and strategic storytelling to build trust and expand their influence. She publishes insights at WiredPRWorks, speaks internationally, and leads programs designed to help professionals grow their visibility and leadership presence in a rapidly changing world.
